Your marble doesn’t just get clean—it gets restored to the condition that made you fall in love with it originally. No more dull spots where water sits. No more soap scum that won’t budge no matter what you try. No more wondering if that “cleaning” service actually made things worse.
When we’re done, your shower walls look like they were just installed. Your backsplash marble reflects light the way it’s supposed to. Your historic floors show off the character that drew you to Great River in the first place. You get surfaces that are actually easier to maintain, not harder.
The difference isn’t just visual. Properly restored marble resists staining better, cleans easier with regular maintenance, and holds its value longer. You’re not just getting a cleaning—you’re getting an investment in your home that pays dividends every time you walk into that room.
We’ve been serving Great River homeowners since 1998, specializing in the kind of historic floor restoration that matches the character of this area’s beautiful older homes. We’re the company featured in the New York Times back in 2001 for our restoration work—and we’ve only gotten better since then.
What makes us different is simple: the owner is involved in your project. You’re not getting a crew that learned marble restoration last week. You’re getting craftsmen who understand that the worse the condition, the better we make it look. We’ve built our reputation on taking projects other companies won’t touch and making them showcase pieces.
Great River’s homes deserve that level of attention. These aren’t cookie-cutter properties—they’re investments that reflect your taste and your standards. We treat them that way.
We start with an honest assessment of what you’re dealing with. Not every marble problem needs the same solution, and we’re not interested in selling you services you don’t need. We’ll tell you exactly what’s wrong, what it takes to fix it, and what you can expect when we’re done.
The restoration process depends on your specific situation, but it typically involves careful cleaning to remove buildup without damaging the stone, professional-grade steam cleaning that won’t cause thermal shock, and restoration techniques that bring back the original finish. For shower wall restoration, we address grout issues, remove hard water deposits safely, and apply proper sealing to prevent future problems.
You’ll know exactly what we’re doing and why. No surprises, no “while we’re here” upsells, no wondering if you made the right choice. When we finish, you get surfaces that look better than you remembered and stay that way longer than you expected.
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Professional steam cleaning means equipment and techniques designed specifically for natural stone—not the kind of steam cleaning that can cause thermal expansion and surface damage. We use controlled temperatures and proper methods that clean deeply without compromising your marble’s integrity.
For Great River homeowners, this matters more than you might think. The area’s hard water creates mineral buildup that regular cleaning can’t handle, and the humid conditions near the water make mold and mildew constant threats. Your marble needs more than surface cleaning—it needs restoration that addresses the root causes of deterioration.
Our service includes complete cleanup, dustless techniques that won’t disrupt your home, and transparent communication throughout the process. You’re not just getting your marble cleaned—you’re getting it restored to a condition that’s easier to maintain and more resistant to future damage. Plus, proper restoration can increase your property value by up to 25%, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Not the way most people do it. Consumer-grade steam cleaners and many commercial services use temperatures that can cause thermal expansion, leading to cracks, spalling, and surface damage. The high heat can also cause existing cracks to expand and remove protective sealers from your grout.
Professional steam cleaning for marble requires controlled temperatures, proper equipment, and understanding of how different types of marble react to heat and moisture. We use techniques that clean deeply without causing the thermal shock that damages stone. The key is knowing what temperature to use, how long to apply it, and what preparation your specific marble needs beforehand.
For shower walls, professional cleaning and disinfection should happen every 6 to 12 months, depending on usage and water conditions. Great River’s hard water makes mineral buildup happen faster, so you might need service on the shorter end of that range.
Full restoration depends on the condition of your marble and how well it’s been maintained. Well-sealed marble in good condition might need restoration every few years. Neglected surfaces or those cleaned with harsh products might need more frequent attention. The good news is that proper restoration makes future maintenance easier and extends the time between major services.
Cleaning removes surface dirt and buildup. Restoration actually repairs damage—etching from acidic cleaners, scratches from abrasive scrubbing, dull spots from wear, and mineral deposits that have bonded to the stone. Most “cleaning” services can’t handle the restoration part, which is why your marble still looks dull even after professional cleaning.
True restoration involves grinding, honing, and polishing techniques that remove damaged layers and bring back the original finish. It’s more involved than cleaning, but it’s also the only way to actually fix marble that’s been damaged by improper care or harsh cleaning products. When done correctly, restored marble looks better than it has in years and stays that way longer.
Usually, yes. We see this more often than you’d think—marble that’s been damaged by cleaning companies using harsh acids, abrasive scrubbing, or improper steam cleaning techniques. The damage typically shows up as dull spots, etching, or surfaces that never seem to get clean no matter what you do.
The restoration process can remove most types of damage, though severely etched or abraded marble might need more extensive work. We start with an honest assessment of what’s fixable and what isn’t. In most cases, we can restore damaged marble to better condition than it was before the improper cleaning. It costs more to fix damage than to prevent it, but it’s usually still less expensive than replacement.
Most residential projects take 1-2 days, depending on the scope of work and the condition of your marble. For shower restoration, you can typically use the space the next day, though we recommend waiting 24 hours before heavy use to let sealers fully cure.
We use dustless techniques and complete all cleanup as part of the service, so you’re not left with a mess to deal with. The timeline depends on what needs to be done—simple steam cleaning and sealing is faster than full restoration that includes repair work. We’ll give you a realistic timeline upfront and stick to it. No surprises, no extended disruptions to your routine.
Professional restoration typically costs a fraction of replacement while delivering results that can last for years with proper maintenance. Replacement means demolition, disposal, new materials, installation, and dealing with the disruption for weeks. Restoration means getting better-looking surfaces in a couple of days.
For Great River homeowners, there’s an additional consideration: property value. Properly restored natural stone can increase your home’s value by up to 25% according to the National Association of Realtors. When you factor in the cost savings, the time savings, and the value increase, restoration makes financial sense. Plus, if your marble has character or matches the historic nature of your home, replacement might not even be an option that gives you the same aesthetic result.
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